‘In the Hand of Dante’ Unveils First Trailer as Oscar Isaac Leads a Star-Studded Literary Crime Epic

Netflix has released the first trailer for In the Hand of Dante, unveiling an ambitious literary thriller that blends academia, organized crime, and historical mystery into one of the platform’s most intriguing releases of the summer.

Led by an all-star ensemble including Oscar Isaac, Gal Gadot, Jason Momoa, Gerard Butler, Al Pacino, John Malkovich, and Martin Scorsese, the film centers on a scholar who becomes entangled in a dangerous underworld after stealing a priceless manuscript connected to Dante Alighieri’s legendary work.

The story follows a literary expert whose obsession with preserving and possessing the manuscript places him directly in the path of the New York mafia, triggering a chain of events that merges intellectual ambition with criminal consequence. The newly released trailer teases sweeping visuals, tense confrontations, and a layered narrative that moves between history, power, and morality.

Oscar Isaac appears poised to anchor the film with a performance balancing intellect and desperation, while Jason Momoa and Gerard Butler bring a heavier physical presence to the escalating conflict surrounding the stolen artifact. Al Pacino and John Malkovich add further weight to the production, while Martin Scorsese’s involvement immediately elevates anticipation among film audiences and cinephiles alike.

The trailer also hints at a darker, atmospheric tone reminiscent of prestige crime dramas, while incorporating themes of legacy, art, and obsession. Visually, the project leans into old-world imagery juxtaposed against modern criminal networks, creating a film that feels both historical and contemporary.

With its blend of literary mythology and organized crime intrigue, In the Hand of Dante enters Netflix’s 2026 slate as a prestige release positioned to generate significant conversation heading into awards season.

In the Hand of Dante premieres June 24 on Netflix.